FAQs About Orientation

Orientation 2008

Friday, August 22 – Tuesday, August 26

Aren't ERP and Orientation the same?
Not at all! Orientation is filled with games, laughter and lots of information to make your years at JBU successful; plus you will meet other incoming students!

Do you have a special orientation for Internationals and Missionary Kids (MKs)?
Yes! Our International Office has a full international and MK orientation just for you! Contact Joy Kendall at jernst@jbu.edu or 479.524.7108 for more information.

Can I come early?
Thanks for asking, but unless you have an unusual circumstance, the answer is no. The staff is busily preparing for new students and won't be ready for you until Friday, August 22 after 5:30 pm.

Do parents need to come to orientation?
Parents are always welcome! We have a special day of helpful events for them on Saturday, August 23, (see the Schedule.) However, it's not necessary that parents attend orientation.

Where can my parents stay?
Click here for a list of accommodations in the area.

How do I get to Siloam Springs?
Click here for driving directions from Dallas.
Click here for driving directions from Kansas City.
Click here for driving directions from Tulsa.

Is there shuttle service from the airport?
Contact Express Shuttle (1.866.535.0127) which provides service at Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) and Tulsa International Airport for a reasonable fee.

Which residence hall am I in?
Housing letters will be sent out after ERP in June with residence hall and roommate information.  If you do not receive a letter, contact your Admissions counselor or the Residence Life Office (479.524.7229).

Where do I go after arriving on campus?
Go directly to your residence hall, get checked in with the residence life staff and begin moving in!

I am a commuter.  What do I do?
If you are a commuter we want you to participate in Orientation as well.  This process of Orientation is for ALL new students to JBU.  Your Orientation groups are connections for you on campus as well as your classmates for your Gateway class.  This is a chance for you to get connected to the people and places that make JBU great!

Who are the student Orientation Directors?
Hey, click here to check out their pictures and more fun information!

Why a tentative Orientation schedule?
We want you to have the best, up-to-date information, so we will be changing the schedule as changes are made. Once you get to campus, you will receive a final updated schedule with all kinds of specific information. You should use only the final, printed schedule during the events of orientation.

When can I set up my room?
We have allowed several hours on Friday evening from 6-9 pm and Saturday from 9 - noon, as well as other times during the weekend to set up your room.

What are the dimensions of my room? What size of sheets do I need? Where is my room located?
Click here for answers regarding the size of your room to what size of sheets to bring.

How do I register my car?
Click here to fill-out the Campus Safety Automobile Registration form.

May I change my meal plan?
Meal plans may be changed the first two weeks of classes. Denise Farine (479.524.7252) in Student Development will be happy to help you.

Is there a calendar on line?
Yes, go to our calendar webpage. There you will find the:

• Academic Calendar: Registration, Finals, Breaks, Commencement
• Activities Calendar: Events, CAUSE Activities, Club Meetings, Concerts
• Chapel Schedule: Chapel speakers, topics, and themes
• Finals Schedule: Exam days and time

Where can I ask for more information?
During Orientation, there will be an Information Desk located in the Student Development Office inside the Walker Student Center. Just stop by, we love to answer questions!

What if I have extenuating circumstance and cannot attend Orientation!?
Call Don Crandall dcrandal@jbu.edu (479.524.7150) in the Admissions office to obtain a waiver.